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It’s the sound of the crickets that gets to people. That soft, harmonious strumming rising up from the tall grasses of the 70,000 acre the Kara Creek Ranch grazes cattle on.And it gets you because that’s all you hear.No traffic. No trains. No buses. No one, really.Which is weird, right? Hearing nothing but the wind, the crickets, the soft scraping of a gate closing, the clack of a cowboy boot. It’s weird.“For some people, the first couple of days are kind of hard because it’s such a change,” said Cassie Snook, the ranch’s assistant manager, and daughter of Monte, aka...

Did you know that the Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB) awards grants and scholarships every year?Maybe you’re looking for a boost to help your amazing organization run at a next-level standard of operations. Or, you might have a project in mind that will bring joy to our community and improve the quality of life for residents. You may qualify for a UEDB Grant.Perhaps you’re a student seeking financial aid for college or vocational training. Or a professional seeking certification. You may qualify for a UEDB Scholarship.And if you think grants and scholarships are impossible to get or that the process...

When the bells rang to signal the start of the 2025 school year, Upton High School students could walk out of their classrooms and into a 24x48 greenhouse next door. Preparing, planting, growing, harvesting. The hands-on learning will embody an ongoing collaboration between Agricultural Sciences and General Science classes. It also represents Weston County School District #7’s (WSCD) commitment to embrace a personalized learning model to reimagine what a traditional classroom education looks like. “The greenhouse is just a little bit of what we do in terms of innovation. We allow students a lot of voice and choice in their learning,” said WCSD...

Trying to manage a work-life balance isn’t exactly easy these days. From long commutes to a frantic go-go-go! pace, it’s easy to understand why stress in the workplace has become a hot topic.Upton, Wyoming, offers a different way of life; one where wide-open spaces, safe, tight-knit communities, and a lower cost of living can pave the way for less stress and more enjoyment in life.And there’s no better time than during September’s Workforce Development Month to tell you more about what our amazing rural community has to offer!A Growing ConcernWhen it comes to stress in the workplace, even the Occupational...

We have so many strong women who contribute an immeasurable amount to Upton. From business owners to community movers and shakers, they are all inspiring the next generation of female leaders!There’s no better time to tip our hats to their community contributions than with a huge shout-out following National Family Owned & Operated Business Day, which took place in June.Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB) is proud to support our amazing network of female leaders, whose hard work makes life a little sweeter for all of us. Whether it’s connecting them with the Wyoming Small Business Development Center for funding opportunities or...

Sun’s out. Windows open. With summer in full swing, you know that means: It’s time for a road trip!We’ve mapped out some of our favorite “gotta see it” destinations, all within a short drive of Upton. See one, or see them all. No matter which route you take, it’s a great way to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month throughout July.The Black HillsYour day-trip begins by hopping onto Highway 16E for a scenic drive into South Dakota.First up? The jaw-dropping splendor of Jewel Cave National Monument. Take your pick of four, Ranger-guided tours that run the gamut from an easy...

Upton High School serves the small community of Upton, WY, tucked in the northeast corner of Wyoming through a robust platform of activities designed to give students invaluable leadership opportunities. The region’s youth develop essential skills and prepare for their future in programs like Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and Future Farmers of America (FFA) and more, each offering tremendous knowledge to complement traditional classroom coursework.The school's dedication to fostering leadership is evident in its students' achievements, which underscore the impact of personalized attention from sponsors and instructors in a smaller setting, allowing students...